Dr Todd Crawford, chief meteorologist at The Weather Company, said Spring had finally arrived but that temperatures would remain below-normal for the time of year.

“The very cold stretch of weather observed in late February and through March has finally relented in April, as spring has broken out in most areas," he said. “As we head into late spring and early summer, it appears that a cooler and wetter pattern will re-emerge across northern and western Europe, with unusually warm and dry conditions continuing in the south-east.”

Heavy rains are predicted across areas of Britain on Monday, while there is also expected to be a touch of frost on Tuesday morning as temperatures drop to 3C.

The eastern coast of Yorkshire is likely to see the worst of the weather as we move through the start of the week. There is, however, hope for the coming week as clearer skies and lighter winds are predicted... even if the showers are set to remain.

A dry and bright start to Monday. Turning increasingly cloudy through the morning, with strong northerly winds making it feel chilly. Rain perhaps pushing onto the east coast through the afternoon. Maximum Temperature 9 °C.

Yorkshire forecast for tonight:

Cloud and any rain clearing eastwards overnight, with long clear spells developing as winds ease. It will feel chilly, with temperatures falling low enough for a touch of grass frost. Minimum Temperature 3 °C.

Yorkshire forecast for Tuesday:

Bright with sunny spells through the morning with light winds and a few showers. Becoming increasingly cloudy during the afternoon and evening, with some rain reaching the Pennines by dusk. Maximum Temperature 14 °C.

Yorkshire outlook for Wednesday to Friday:

Rain clearing east on Wednesday, followed by sunshine and showers. Mainly dry with some bright or sunny spells Thursday. Another dry and bright day Friday, feeling warmer.